Depression

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Growth MindsetGrowth Mindset

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Oct 29, 2025

Four small things that helped me survive depression in 2025

How these small changes might help you live with depression — and make room for your music again.

Brian Zhang

StoriesStories

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Sep 16, 2025

A Quiet Street, A Guitar, and Me

I’ve been working on something different and I want you to read this first

Brian Zhang

Advice and SupportAdvice and Support

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Aug 12, 2025

The Stigma That’s Killing Musicians

If you think mental health in music isn’t real... well, f*** you. But I’ll keep fighting for the musicians who need it

Brian Zhang

Reflections on Mental HealthReflections on Mental Health

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Aug 05, 2025

I finally gave up on my dream. But it's helped me start living again.

Some reflections on depression, losing hope, and starting over

Brian Zhang

StoriesStories

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May 13, 2025

If Ed Sheeran can ask for help, so can you. It’s okay to not be okay.

Because behind every great musician is a mental health story we never hear. Until now.

Brian Zhang

Reflections on Mental HealthReflections on Mental Health

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Mar 04, 2025

Music Is the Most Addictive and Destructive Drug on the Planet

The same thing that makes you a musician is the thing that’s breaking you

Brian Zhang

Reflections on Mental HealthReflections on Mental Health

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Feb 25, 2025

Is your love for music slipping away?

I never thought this would happen to me—but it did.

Brian Zhang

StoriesStories

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Jan 14, 2025

How to Find Hope in a Broken Music Industry

Two moments that reminded me why music still matters

Brian Zhang

StoriesStories

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Oct 16, 2024

The Day I Walked Away from My Music Dream

And why it is okay to not live up to your potential

Brian Zhang